A patient in a motor vehicle accident was brought into the ...

[Ebrown]

A patient in a motor vehicle accident was brought into the emergency department for his injuries. After x-rays were done, the patient was found to have a fractured pelvis. Which drug would the nurse expect the physician to order for this patient
 
  because of his acute pain?
  a.
  Meperidine (Demerol)
  b.
  Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  c.
  Propoxyphene (Darvon-N)
  d.
  Morphine sulfate

Question 2

What is the mechanism of action for antimigraine agents?
 
  a. Blocking parasympathetic nerve impulses
  b. Increasing cerebral blood flow
  c. Constricting dilated cerebral arteries
  d. Exerting a sympathomimetic effect

[tashiedavis420]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Morphine is used a great deal in acute care and in the hospice setting for dying patients who have severe pain.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Adrenergic-blocking agents dilate the veins in smooth-muscle tissue in the peripheral vascular system and the uterus. This reduces cerebral blood flow and arterial pulsing, which reduces the headache pain.

[Ebrown]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[Mochi]

Great answer, keep it coming